Boating class set for May 20

LAKEWOOD — The U.S. Coast Guard Dunkirk Flotilla 34 will teach the Boat America Class in-person this month. The Boat America class is the nationally recognized course on operating boats and personal watercraft safely.

The New York State “Brianna’s” law that all boat operators must obtain a safe boating certificate by 2025 is fast approaching. The USCG Auxiliary is approved by New York State for its requirement for eight hours of classroom boating safety training in order to operate power boats and personal watercrafts legally on New York State waters. Students must be at least 10 years old.

Upon completing the eight-hour class, payment and exam, the successful student will receive a USCG Boating Certificate and laminated wallet card. The course will be presented on May 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the American Legion Post 1286, 174 Chautauqua Ave. A low-cost lunch will be provided by the Legion or you may bring you own.

For questions on the class, please call 716-875-4095. The class cost is $30. Make checks out to USCG AUX 9ER 34 and mail to M. Wagner, VFC, P.O. Box 606, Stow, NY 14785.

Coffee Club meeting

The Roblin Steel Coffee Club will meet at 8:30 a.m. Friday at Demetri’s in Dunkirk.

Habitat for Humanity meeting is Wednesday

MAYVILLE — Mayville and Westfield Habitat for Humanity meeting will be Wednesday. Volunteer opportunities for all available: family committee, community committee, construction committee. The meeting is at 7 p.m. in St. Mary of Lourdes Catholic Church, 24 E. Chautauqua St.

Sons of Revolution meets Stockton

STOCKTON — The Chautauqua Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution will meet at the Stockton Hotel on Saturday at 12:30 p.m. Members will be ordering lunch from the menu. Anyone interested in the War for Independence or interested in becoming a member of the group is welcome to attend. Spouses are also welcome. For more information, call president, Steve Boothe at 716-574-7995.

Beekeepers group meets Thursday

The Chautauqua County Beekeepers Association will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Fluvanna Community Church, 3363 Fluvanna Ave. in Jamestown. As the full flush of May flowers is perhaps the busiest time of year for beekeepers, discussions will focus on critical seasonal management chores such as monitoring recently installed package bees, assessing hive strength, monitoring swarming behavior and adding supers. Plans for spring inspection of the club’s hives and for preparing the new apiary site will also be discussed. The meeting is open to the public free of charge. Beginners are always welcome. No previous experience in beekeeping is required. For more information, e-mail the club at ccba1870@gmail.com.

Mother’s Day chicken

barbecue planned

FORESTVILLE — The Forestville United Methodist Church’s annual Mother’s Day chicken barbecue will be Sunday. The address is 3 Park St. Start time is noon until sold out. Drive-through only. Pull up in front of the church and we will bring your order to you! Price is $12 per meal and includes a chicken half — with our famous marinade, tossed salad, potato salad, a roll and desert.